vibrations

plural of vibration
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as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings the Eastern holistic philosophy that unhappy thoughts disrupt the vibrations from one's energy field, causing illness

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Recent Examples of vibrations Exposed to pollution and the vibrations of nearby traffic, the statue’s preservation was at risk. Costa Beavin Pappas, ARTnews.com, 3 Jan. 2025 Another standout offering is the Spa Wave Table, a unique treatment that combines sound and gentle vibrations to help guests achieve deep relaxation. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 Dec. 2024 The study authors also noticed better cooling rates, which are crucial for eliminating unwanted thermal vibrations and maintaining the stability of a quantum system. Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2024 When it was launched 56 years ago, on January 10, 1969, Zenith-Movado (as the company was known at the time) had spent seven long years developing the movement that would power the first high-frequency (36,000 vibrations per hour) automatic chronograph on the market. Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2024 These vibrations are thought to assist in emotional healing, personal growth and spiritual alignment, serving as tools for empowerment and grounding. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 While scientific research has yet to confirm the effects of crystal healing, many believe crystals carry distinct energetic vibrations formed over time within the Earth. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 Depending on the intensity, duration and sequence of those vibrations, sensations such as being tapped, stroked or squeezed can be simulated. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024 And since the same argument applies to the ordinary vibrations of molecules and atoms, this raises the possibility of widespread disruption to the ordinary existence of matter in a timelike curve. The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
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  • The menu was kind of overwhelming, with dozens of options for coffee, energy infusions, dirty sodas, blenders, teas, sparkling sodas, refreshers and smoothies.
    Endia Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 22 Aug. 2025
  • For years, the energy system has suffered from a lack of maintenance and investment.
    Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
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  • Bright lights, loud noises, strong odors, hormonal changes, certain foods and even shifting weather patterns have all been shown to trigger headaches, especially in those prone to migraine attacks.
    Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
  • The collection includes a Glycolic Serum Wash, a hydrating Cleansing Oil, a vulva-safe Whole Body Wash and an Ultra Gentle Balm—all developed with OB/GYN and dermatologist expertise to address dryness, odor, sensitivity and odor shifts.
    Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
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  • The disgust stems both from that aura of obliviousness and from a retrospective knowledge that the sincerity of late-two-thousands indie music was quickly co-opted into a more commercial version of itself.
    Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 13 Aug. 2025
  • But the aura of deep spirituality and tangible, 1,000-year history is impressive.
    Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2025
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  • With most series, that short gap could have killed the momentum for the reunion, as most reality shows air their reunion specials the week after their season finales.
    Braedon Montgomery, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
  • Good Morning Football airs weekday mornings at 8 a.m. ET on NFL Network with a re-airing at 10 a.m. ET.
    Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
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  • Upon returning to the plant in late December 2024 from a holiday break, Wilmoth, the employee who works in formation production at the battery park, was hit with a moldy, mildew smell.
    Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Eventually, canines will be ready to test their skills outside, which will bring new smells, sights, and encounters into the equation.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
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  • Instead, only Knox's handwritten notes were allowed as evidence, according to CBS News at the time.
    Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
  • The Franklin note is stirring, too, because the man — despite being a great recruiter and motivator — has a rep for fizzling in big games.
    Chris Branch, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
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  • His introspective works would range from stories of ordinary life to more overt surrealism, their atmospheres tinged with dreaminess, eroticism and mysterious tensions.
    Josh Slater-Williams, IndieWire, 17 Aug. 2025
  • The bill would ban the release of chemicals into the atmosphere to alter the weather, temperature, climate or block sunlight.
    Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 17 Aug. 2025

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“Vibrations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrations. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.

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